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Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research

Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research

One of Canada's highest academic honours goes to Dal oceanographer Dr. Katja Fennel for her globally recognized contributions to climate research.  Read more.

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Matt Reeder
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
As it enters a new era, the MacEachen Institute of Public Policy and Governance is expanding its efforts to connect researchers, decision-makers, and communities on pressing national and regional issues.
Kate Rogers
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
As he begins his term as dean, Dr. Saleem Razack discusses social accountability, medical education, and his vision for strengthening health care across the Maritimes and beyond.
Mary-Eleanor Power
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Designed around real-world challenges facing firefighters, the program supports professional growth and helps enhance emergency response capacity in communities throughout Nova Scotia.

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Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Construction will begin this summer on new student accommodations at ÈâÈ⴫ý, adding more than 200 beds to the university's housing capacity while increasing the variety of living options on campus for students.
Terry Murray-Arnold
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
A collaborative clinic launched by ÈâÈ⴫ý and Nova Scotia Health is enhancing sonography training and contributing to improved access to ultrasound services across the province.
Alison Auld
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
A sweeping 50‑year analysis by Dal researchers tracing half a century of mining assessments uncovered inconsistencies and missing information, findings published in FACETS that could shape Canada’s approach to future resource development.
Kristy Read
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
A new purpose-built air system in the space in the Killam Library now allows traditional prayer using sacred medicines, giving Indigenous students, staff, and community a reliable place for ceremony on Studley Campus.
Kenneth Conrad
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Dal’s new Master of Fisheries Science combines data-intensive coursework, field training, and industry mentorship to ready graduates for today’s evolving marine sector in just 16 months